For decades, Canada has been a land of opportunity for skilled trades workers. Plumbers, carpenters, welders, and electricians built not only careers but entire lives in this country. The immigration system valued their expertise, and permanent residency was within reach. Today, however, the landscape looks dramatically different. What was once...
The 3 Secrets of Canadian Immigration That Your Legal Representative May Have Not Told You
Migrating to Canada involves placing absolute trust in a Canadian immigration lawyer or regulated consultant, as well as making a significant financial and emotional investment. It is a journey filled with hope, but also uncertainty. However, there are little-known legal and technical details that can make the difference between success...
What is a public consultation and how does it impact the creation of Canada’s immigration programs?
Public Consultations in Canada: What Every Immigrant Should Know In the context of Canadian immigration law, public consultations play a fundamental role in how the immigration ministry formulates its immigration policies. Although many are unaware of this process, understanding it is key for those who wish to emigrate or are...
Migrating to Canada in 2026: New Priorities That Could Impact Your Immigration Process
By: Angelica Gonzalez Blanco, Immigration Practitioner in Canada Canada’s immigration priorities for 2025–2026 have already been outlined in the new Departmental Plan from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This plan is the roadmap that will guide immigration programs in the coming years, with a focus on attracting global talent,...
Political Asylum in Canada Is Not for Everyone: Your Application Could Be Denied Under This Bill
Angelica Gonzalez-Blanco, Immigration Practitioner in Canada In 2025, the Government of Canada introduced Bill C-2, known as the Strong Borders Act, marking one of the most significant reforms in immigration and border security in recent years. This legislation aims to restore Canadians’ trust in the immigration system, strengthen security along...
Rural and Francophone Immigration Pilots in Canada 2025: Benefits, Requirements, and Application Process
By Angelica Gonzalez-Blanco – Immigration Practitioner in Canada At the beginning of 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced two transformative initiatives: the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). Both programs address a real national need: tackling labor shortages, strengthening local economic growth,...
Canadian Immigration Law Is Not a Game: 2025 Immigration Updates You Must Know
By Angelica Gonzalez-Blanco – Immigration Practitioner in Canada With more than 25 years of experience in immigration law, we have seen how Canada continues to be a country full of opportunities, but also one with clear, strict, and rigorously enforced immigration laws. Those who try to evade them, rely on...
Why is an immigration professional necessary?
In the process of immigrating to a new country, it is vital to have the support of a professional immigration attorney. These experts are critical in providing specialized legal advice and guiding individuals through the complex immigration process. In this article, we will explore why having an immigration professional is...
What is life like in Canada for an immigrant?
Have you ever wondered what life would be like in Canada as an immigrant? If you're looking for a fresh start in a country full of opportunities, this article is for you. Discover the immigration process, adapting to life in Canada, job opportunities, and how cultural diversity influences the daily...
What is a visa for humanitarian and compassionate reasons, and who can apply?
Although the Canadian Immigration Act has strict orders and regulations regarding who may or may not be considered admissible to the country, the same laws allow the visa for humanitarian and compassionate reasons to people who want to be residents of Canada but do not obtain qualifications to apply for...
Refugees: What does it mean to ask for asylum?
An asylum is a form of protection that allows an individual to stay in a new country instead of being removed (deported) to their home country, where they fear persecution or harm because of their political opinion, race, or religion. Under US law, for example, people as refugees flee their...
Canada: A New Year full of resolutions, dreams, and goals!
Immigrating to a new country is a big decision accompanied by uncertainty and expectations to be met. Many people seek to get out of their current situation to find new life opportunities in another place that provides economic stability and peace of mind. Therefore, if you want to start 2023...
Seven reasons to work in Canada.
Canada could be the perfect place for you if you are looking for job opportunities abroad. This country's stable economy and welcoming culture make it attractive to many foreign workers. In this article, we will discuss the reasons why you should consider working in Canada. 1. Stable economy The Canadian...
What benefits do immigrants have in Canada?
Many immigrants arrive in a new country in search of better living conditions. Canada is a country that is openly committed to immigration since this country expects to receive 1.5 million immigrants by 2025, making it an attractive destination for people who are considering leaving their country. Canada is a...
WHY DO PEOPLE MIGRATE TO CANADA?
If you are thinking on emigrating to Canada, you will be interested to know that this is a country with a long history of immigration. In fact, since the post-war period, this nation's immigration policies have helped create generations of Canadian citizens, who have contributed to the social, economic, political...
What is asylum and the 5 reasons in which it applies?
Every day in the world there are people who make the decision to emigrate abroad, looking for a better life or trying to find a safer place. In each case, the reasons that lead them to rebuild their lives in another country are usually different. Some people do it to...
What are the requirements to immigrate to Canada?
If you are here, it is because you are surely interested or, at least, somewhat curious about how you can emigrate to Canada. And it is that like you, many people are attracted to emigrate to this country. It is consider one of the most solid and stable economies in...
Should I hand over my phone when entering Canada if an officer asks me to?
In this modern world where most of us use electronic devices to communicate, to store our information, to work and even to use them as tools to move from one place to another
2021, What now?
At the beginning of January 2020, we could not have imagined that we were going to end the year talking
Service Canada online biometrics enrollment scheduling tool reopening
The Service Canada appointment system for scheduling biometrics appointments will reopen online on Monday, November 30, 2020. This is good news for clients of Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada, as they will now be able to book their own biometrics appointments online. Since mid-September, Service Canada officers have been calling...
